Boxing ring at Franklin Gym Tampa
0.1 miles from SoHo

Boxing Classes Near SoHo

Want boxing classes near SoHo? Franklin Gym offers 60-minute sessions led by professional coaches — and we're just a 1 minute drive from SoHo.

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Franklin Gym & SoHo

SoHo — Tampa's South Howard district — is the vibrant neighborhood we call home. Known for its restaurants, nightlife, and young professional energy, SoHo has become one of Tampa's most desirable places to live and work. Franklin Gym sits right in the center of it all on Howard Avenue, making us the most convenient boxing gym for anyone in the neighborhood.

Whether you're stopping in before dinner at one of Howard Ave's restaurants, getting a morning session in before work, or bringing the kids on a Saturday, Franklin Gym is your neighborhood gym with world-class coaching. Asa Beard brings experience from training camps with Mayweather and Pacquiao. Isaac Paillere is a reigning Golden Gloves champion. And owner Kevin Franklin has dedicated his career to building champions and building community right here in SoHo.

Distance 0.1 miles from SoHo
Drive Time 1 minute from SoHo
Hours Mon–Fri 6 AM – 8 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 2 PM, Sunday Closed

Getting Here from SoHo

We're in SoHo! Franklin Gym is located at 2013 N Howard Ave — right in the middle of the South Howard entertainment and dining district. If you live or work in SoHo, you can walk here.

Franklin Gym
2013 N Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33607

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What We Offer

Programs Available

01

Adult Boxing

60 min

Boxing and fitness stations targeting full-body conditioning. Upper and lower body focus rotates daily. All skill levels welcome — from first-timers to competitive fighters.

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02

Fight Fit

60 min

High-intensity boxing conditioning designed for serious athletes and anyone who wants to train like a fighter. Builds power, speed, and endurance.

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03

1-on-1 Personal Training

Custom

Private sessions with our expert coaches tailored to your goals — whether that's competition prep, weight loss, self-defense fundamentals, or building technique from scratch.

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Expert Instruction

World-Class Coaching

Kevin Franklin

Owner & Head Coach

Produced world champions. Community leader dedicated to Tampa youth development.

Asa Beard

Head Trainer / GM

Trained alongside Mayweather, Pacquiao, and Freddie Roach. Decades of world-class experience.

Isaac Paillere

Trainer

2025 FL Golden Gloves Heavyweight Champion. NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist.

Gary Naegel

Trainer

USA Boxing Silver Level Coach with 20+ years experience. Trained WBO & WBA champions.

"Franklin Gym changed my life. The coaches push you to be your best without being intimidating. I came in with zero boxing experience and now I feel confident and strong."
— Mike R., Google Review
Boxing training at Franklin Gym

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Your first class is free — no experience needed. Fill out the form or call us to get started.